The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Dry Skin — 2 fl oz, lightweight soothing hydration & barrier repai

The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion is an ultra-lightweight facial moisturizer that delivers sustained, soothing hydration and helps restore a radiant, translucent-looking complexion without a heavy, greasy feel.

This microemulsion combines rice-derived lipids, jojoba oil, Ectoin and a blend of Natural Moisturizing Factors to lock in moisture, calm visible redness and support the skin barrier. Designed to provide the hydration of a richer cream in a featherlight texture, it absorbs quickly and layers easily under sunscreen or makeup. Clinical testing cited by the brand reports improvements in hydration, barrier repair and luminosity following single and short-term use.

How does this moisturizer hydrate dry skin without feeling heavy?

The formula pairs oil-loving and water-loving ingredients so your skin retains moisture but the product still feels light. Micro-fluidized emulsification spreads a thin, fast-absorbing layer that mimics richer creams’ hydration profile without leaving residue.

• Rice Lipids provide a lipid-rich extract to reduce water loss.
• Jojoba Oil adds emollience that smooths and softens skin.
• Ectoin and Natural Moisturizing Factors attract and hold water molecules.
• Ultra-light microemulsion texture absorbs instantly, avoiding greasiness.

Will this product help reduce redness and repair the skin barrier?

Formulation choices target calming and barrier-supportive benefits: hydrating humectants raise skin water content while lipids and emollients help seal that hydration. Brand testing indicates reduced visible redness and improved barrier metrics after use, making the product appropriate for dry, reactive complexions.

• Ectoin is included for its water-binding and soothing properties.
• Rice Lipids and Jojoba Oil support barrier function and reduce TEWL (trans‑epidermal water loss).
• Clinical testing on small cohorts reported barrier repair and redness reduction after application.

How should I incorporate Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion into my routine?

Apply after toners, serums or lightweight treatments—shake well first and use a few drops to cover face and neck. It layers cleanly under sunscreen and foundation; for very dry skin, follow with a richer cream or occlusive to lock in extra moisture.

• Use after cleansing and any watery toners or serums (e.g., Saccharomyces ferment milky toner for added moisture boost).
• Apply morning and/or evening as needed; compatible under SPF and makeup.
• For very dry skin, layer with a heavier moisturizer or emollient product.
• Shake the bottle before dispensing to ensure the microemulsion is blended.

Who should consider this moisturizer?

This product suits anyone seeking lightweight but substantial hydration—especially those with dry, sensitive or redness-prone skin who want a breathable, non-greasy finish. It’s useful for people who prefer minimal layering yet need barrier support and improved skin luminosity; those with very dry skin may want to combine it with a richer cream.

In short: choose The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion if you want a fast-absorbing, clinically tested moisturizer that balances oil- and water-attracting ingredients to hydrate, soothe and support a dewy look without heavy residue.

Ingredients

AQUA/WATER/EAU, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) LIPIDS, SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, ECTOIN, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, RHUS SUCCEDANEA FRUIT WAX, GLYCERYL GLUCOSIDE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ALLANTOIN, UREA, SERINE, ALANINE, GLYCINE, GLUTAMIC ACID, LYSINE HCL, THREONINE, ARGININE, PROLINE, PCA, SODIUM PCA, XYLITYL GLUCOSIDE, ANHYDROXYLITOL, XYLITOL, FRUCTOSE, GLUCOSE, MALTOSE, TREHALOSE, BETAINE, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUMLACTATE, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, ISOCETETH-20, TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ETHYLHEXYL GLYCERIN, PHENOXYETHANOL, CHLORPHENESIN.